The West Virginia Senate has passed a bill that would delay some
paychecks for employees no longer with their companies.
The GOP-led chamber passed the proposal
24-7 Friday, with only Democrats casting dissenting votes.
When someone is let go, quits or
resigns, the bill would let employers wait until the next pay day to pay them.
Currently, the employee would have to
be paid within four business days, or the next pay day, whichever comes first.
If employees aren't paid on time under the bill, they would be eligible for
damages of twice the unpaid amount, in addition to the paycheck they're due.
Currently, employees are due their paycheck and three times the amount.
The bill moves to the House of
Delegates for consideration.
